Five Reasons To Visit Los Angeles In The Fall
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When you think of fall, visions of cashmere sweaters and boots dance in your head. Los Angeles' fall weather can either be a hot smoldering time filled with sweltering weekends by the pool or it can change dramatically into a traditional fall season. Whichever way it turns out, the city has plenty of autumn-inspired activities that make it an exciting place to visit and live in.
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LA County Fair
The Fairplex in Pomona
1101 W. McKinley Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768
(909) 865-4070
www.lacountyfair.com
Date: Now through Sept. 29, 2014
Enjoy good old-fashioned fun at the LA County Fair. This four-week event features unique Los Angeles exhibits as well as the traditional county fair activities such as agriculture displays, pig races, horse races, rides and delicious treats such as fried Oreos and funnel cake. New to the County Fair this year is "Luminasia," an Asian-themed lantern exhibit which is sponsored by Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa and will light up the fairgrounds with life-size, custom and handmade lanterns. The LA County Fair makes it easy for everyone to visit and provides wheelchair services including standard and electric wheelchairs, package services and lockers for your convenience.
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Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-8901
www.santamonicapier.org
When the crowds die down and the cooler temperatures sweep the majestic oceanfront of Santa Monica, a visit to the historic Santa Monica Pier is exactly what your fall plans should include. Since its restoration, the Pier has become the beach city's hot spot all year long for amusement, fishing and great local cuisine. The historical Southern California icon gives you views of the Pacific Ocean you will not see anywhere else and if you time it right, the autumn season brings out a rich, deep teal color to the ocean. Enjoy traditional pier snacks including funnel cake and churros here, stop by the famous Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. for seafood or refresh with a classic milkshake from Soda Jerks.
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Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
301 N. Baldwin Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 821-3222
www.arboretum.org
Los Angeles may not boast consistent super-crisp days like its eastern U.S. counterpart, but you can still find beautiful foliage and seasonal fauna at The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. This 127-acre location features an exquisite botanical garden and historical landmarks, which, upon entering, will surely take your breath away. The fall season is full of outdoor activities including the docent-led adult walking tours. Taking place during the week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays beginning at 10 a.m., you will be delighted with the rich history and lush fauna. These tours begin in October and reservations are not required.
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Feast of San Gennaro
1651 N. Highland Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(818) 508-0082
www.feastofla.org
Dates: Sept. 26-28, 2014
An Italian tradition that began with new immigrants to the United States in 1926, the Feast of San Gennaro has become both a religious and commemorative event that celebrates the Italian culture, food and family. This year, the Feast of San Gennaro Los Angeles will take place September 26, 27 and 28 in Hollywood. The customary Los Angeles Procession of St. Gennaro will be held on Saturday, September 27 at 12 p.m., which will be followed by a mass on the event's center stage and is conducted by Msgr. Antonio Cacciapuoti, Msgr. Paul Montoya and Fr. Raniero Alessandrini as well as visiting clergy. If the religious aspect of the weekend is not your forte, you can certainly participate in the other many activities surrounding the event. It will feature authentic Italian food from local restaurants, live music and free rides for children in the Kidz Korner including teacups and a Ferris wheel. In addition, patrons can find out interesting ancestral information at the genealogy booth or enjoy a fun round of bingo or bocce.
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LA Farmers Market
6333 W. 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 933-9211
www.farmersmarketla.com
A warm autumn day is the perfect time to spend an afternoon roaming the LA Farmers Market. Not only will you find small and large shops for your convenience and fall wardrobe shopping, but you will also discover the historic vendors at the market who will delight your palate with a variety of delicious produce, meats, treats and food for lunch or dinner. Throughout the fall season, dust off your cowboy boots and join in the fun at EB's Ranch Party. Held Saturday evenings, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., EB's Beer & Wine brings the best country western and southern rock bands to Los Angeles. If that's not your type of fun, the farmer's market offers over 100 gourmet food vendors.
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